The Accra Regional Police Command has dismissed reports suggesting that three out of six inmates who escaped from the Adabraka District Police custody are connected to the murder case involving the father-in-law of Ghana Gold Board CEO, Sammy Gyamfi.

In a statement issued on Monday, April 27, 2026, the Command described the claims as false and misleading, urging the public to disregard them.

“The Accra Regional Police Command wishes to strongly refute and condemn reports circulating in sections of the media alleging that three (3) out of six (6) inmates who escaped from the Adabraka District Police custody on April 26, 2026, are linked to the murder of Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi’s father-in-law,” it stated.

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According to the police, the individuals who escaped from custody have no link to the incident involving the politician’s father-in-law.

“The Command clarifies that the individuals involved were never detained at the Adabraka Police Station in connection with that case and are not related to the said incident,” the statement said.

The police added that a full investigation has been launched into the circumstances that led to the escape.

“The Command has initiated a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape. It has intensified a manhunt to arrest the remaining three escapees and ensure they are brought to justice,” it said.

The police further noted that three out of the six escapees have since been re-arrested through swift police action, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining three suspects.

See the full statement below:



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